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  How much it costs

Independent sellers:

Consignments:

  Allowance for shipping

Patterns, transfer and leaflets

Buyer pays the Sewing Palette $3.00 for the first 2 items, plus 40 cents for each additional item. We deduct 10 cents for handling the shipping fee.

Net shipping is divided proportionately between all sellers involved in the order (see chart on FAQ page).

Other items

You set the shipping fee when you list the item. We'll add on a very small handling fee to get the final rate the buyer is charged.

  How you get your money

Independent sellers

by direct deposit to their bank accounts. Paper checks may be requested.

Individual consignment

proceeds are sent by paper check.

  Seller requirements

Independent sellers:

Sellers located in the USA who are able and willing to adhere to our Best Practices are welcome to sell at the Sewing Palette.

Consignors

All consignments must be pre-approved and availability is limited.

Seller's Guide -- it's never been easier

FOR ALL SELLERS STARTS HERE     Jump to:     New Sellers     Consignments     Get started

Buying vintage sewing patterns and embroidery transfers should be easy -- and so should selling them. The Sewing Palette helps maximize your sales by giving buyers an efficient way to purchase from multiple sellers.

It's a simple system. Customers shop, checkout and pay the Sewing Palette. We forward a packing list to each seller, who ships out the item(s) ordered and updates the order info online. We send the sales price (minus our fee) and the shipping allowance to the seller.

That's easy enough, but there are lots of other advantages for sellers:

Lightning quick listings  

Our database of vintage pattern information cuts your listing time considerably. Tell us the maker, number, year, size, condition and price. Upload at least one photo; add more photos and text if you like. And you're done! See sample page

Worry-free payments  

Customer payments go to us first, so you'll never have to worry about bad check fees or frustrating form emails for real or imaginary disputes.

Excellent exposure  

Buyers can find your items in many different ways:

Customize your listings and presence  

Arrange photos and additional information about your patterns the way you want. Add a "search for my patterns" button. Add a special page or two about yourself. Need help? Just ask!

Clear, consistent standards for all  

One seller's carelessness reflects badly on every seller, so there are certain basic things you must do to sell at the Sewing Palette. As an established seller, you're probably already doing them:

Best Practices Guidelines Overview

Find more information in the Sellers Handbook available April 15th.

  • Item availability: If you offer an item for sale somewhere else, remove your Sewing Palette listing first.

  • Photos: One of your photos must show the edges of the pattern envelope, transfer envelope or leaflet. We'll work with you on this if you're transferring listings from another site.

  • Pattern checking: Check used sewing patterns to ensure the correct number of pattern pieces are present. Check transfers by unfolding them. Check leaflets by turning each page. List unchecked items only in lots.

  • Disclosures: Disclose any water damage; tape repairs; odor treatments; tears longer than 1/2 inch; cut-outs, missing pieces or pages; and damage not shown in the photos.

  • Packaging: Ship items in waterproof packaging with a cardboard backer (unless the package is sturdy enough without a backer that it won't get bent.)

  • Shipping times: Ship orders within two business days of notification (packing list sent Monday, items shipped by Wednesday evening). Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays do not count as business days.

  • Customer service: Courteously acknowledge emails within one business day.

 

Assistance for New Pattern Sellers

If you've always thought you'd like to sell vintage patterns online, the Sewing Palette is an excellent way to get started. Not only are there no upfront fees, we provide guidance and support in setting up your venture -- at no extra charge -- including:

Consignments

Busy? We can sell one pattern or a hundred for you on consignment. Here's how it works:

Another option is our wholesale lot service. We'll provide your pattern photos and contact information to all sellers at the Sewing Palette for a low, flat fee. Anyone who's interested will get in touch and you negotiate the price and shipping directly.

Check with us about consigning your items using the Consignment Inquiry form.